Scheduled MonumentsEnglandAllensford blast furnace

Allensford blast furnace

England
List entry 1006405
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Allensford blast furnace is an industrial monument located in Northumberland, dating to the eighteenth century. The site represents the iron-working heritage of the Tyne Valley during the period of significant expansion in British iron production. The furnace structure itself survives as a substantial stone-built installation, evidence of the engineering techniques employed in smelting operations of the period. As a designated ancient monument, it contributes to the archaeological understanding of industrial development in northern England during the Georgian era.

Allensford blast furnace is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006405. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Allensford blast furnace?

Allensford blast furnace is an industrial monument located in Northumberland, dating to the eighteenth century. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006405.

Who is responsible for protecting Allensford blast furnace?

Allensford blast furnace is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1006405.

What other scheduled monuments are near Allensford blast furnace?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Monastic grange at Priory Farm (3.5 km), Ebchester (Vindomora) Roman station (5.7 km), Romano-British settlement, 490m SSE of Apperley Dene (8 km).

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